Top 10 Highest-Grossing Indian Movies: Where Does ‘Dhurandhar 2’ Rank?
Did ‘Dhurandhar 2’ beat ‘Pushpa 2’ or ‘RRR’? Explore the list of the top 10 highest-grossing Indian movies worldwide and their record-breaking numbers.
Indian cinema’s all-time box office race has become far more exciting in recent years. It is no longer just one industry or one language dominating the leaderboard. Hindi, Telugu and Kannada blockbusters have all pushed the ceiling higher, turning the all-time worldwide rankings into a truly pan-India battle. And right now, one of the biggest talking points is ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’, which has stormed into the elite club of Indian cinema’s highest worldwide grossers.
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‘Dhurandhar 2’ did the unthinkable, achieving historical milestones on both domestic and international fronts. So, where exactly does this 2026 mega-blockbuster sit among the titans of Indian cinema? Backed by the latest box office numbers, here is the list of the top 10 highest-grossing Indian movies worldwide, ranked by their total global collections.
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Without further ado, check out the list below:
1. Dangal
Domestic Gross: Rs 535 crore
Domestic Net: 387.38 crore
Overseas (Global) Gross: Rs 1535.3 crore
China Collection (Included in Overseas): Rs 1305.29 crore
Total Worldwide Collection (Domestic + Global): Rs 2070.3 crore
Still sitting firmly at the top is ‘Dangal’, the 2016 Hindi sports drama directed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao and Siddharth Roy Kapur. Led by Aamir Khan along with Sakshi Tanwar, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Sanya Malhotra and Zaira Wasim, the film released on December 23, 2016 and went on to become a rare Indian box office phenomenon with massive overseas pull, especially in China. Based on the true story of amateur wrestler Mahavir Singh Phogat, who trained his daughters to become world-class champions, the film was a massive critical and commercial success.
2. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion
Domestic Gross: Rs 1416.90 crore
Domestic Net: 1030.42 crore
Overseas (Global) Gross: Rs 371.16 crore
Total Worldwide Collection (Domestic + Global): Rs 1788.06 crore
At the second spot is ‘Baahubali 2: The Conclusion’, the 2017 Telugu epic directed by S. S. Rajamouli and produced by Shobu Yarlagadda and Prasad Devineni under Arka Media Works. The film, which popularised the true pan-India release model, delivered the answer to the iconic question, "Why did Kattappa kill Baahubali?" Starring Prabhas, Rana Daggubati, Anushka Shetty, Tamannaah Bhatia, Ramya Krishna and Sathyaraj, the film hit theatres on April 28, 2017 and rewrote the rules of pan-India box office success. It remains one of Indian cinema’s defining theatrical events.
3. Pushpa 2: The Rule
Domestic Gross: Rs 1471.1 crore
Domestic Net: Rs 1234.1 crore
Overseas (Global) Gross: Rs 271 crore
Total Worldwide Collection (Domestic + Global): Rs 1,742.10 crore
The highly anticipated sequel to the 2021 hit ‘Pushpa: The Rise’, ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’, took the box office by storm upon its release on December 5, 2024. It was directed by Sukumar and produced by Mythri Movie Makers along with Sukumar Writings. The Telugu action blockbuster starred Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna and Fahadh Faasil. Building on the cult status of its predecessor's music, dialogues, and Allu Arjun's swagger, the film expanded its scale dramatically. It is currently the third highest-grossing Indian film worldwide on its all-time list.
4. Dhurandhar: The Revenge (Dhurandhar 2)
Domestic Gross: Rs 1279.80 crore
Domestic Net: Rs 1068.92 crore
Overseas (Global) Gross: Rs 411.50 crore
Total Worldwide Collection (Domestic + Global): Rs 1691.30 crore (Ongoing)
This is where the big headline lies. ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’, which released in cinemas on March 19, is currently the fourth highest-grossing Indian movie worldwide on Sacnilk’s all-time ranking. The film, directed by Aditya Dhar, has emerged as a monster success and has already crossed several benchmark titles on the global list. Produced by Aditya Dhar, Jyoti Deshpande and Lokesh Dhar, the movie stars Ranveer Singh, Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, Sara Arjun and Rakesh Bedi. The film recently became the first Bollywood movie in history to cross the Rs 1,000 crore India net mark.
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5. Dhurandhar
Domestic Gross: Rs 1007.85 crore
Domestic Net: Rs 840.20 crore
Overseas (Global) Gross: Rs 299.50 crore
Total Worldwide Collection (Domestic + Global): Rs 1307.35 crore
Interestingly, the film sitting right below the sequel is the original ‘Dhurandhar’. That in itself says a lot about how massive the franchise has become. Just like its sequel, the first installment was also directed by Aditya Dhar and produced by Jyoti Deshpande and Lokesh Dhar. The movie, which was released in theatres on December 5, 2025, starred Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, R Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt and Arjun Rampal. The film introduced audiences to a hyper-stylised world of espionage with high-octane action sequences that matched international standards. It was heavily praised for its gritty narrative, laying down the immense foundation for the 2026 sequel. The sequel has not just beaten the original – it has widened the gap significantly and taken the franchise into an even more elite box office bracket.
6. RRR
Domestic Gross: Rs 915.85 crore
Domestic Net: 782.20 crore
Overseas (Global) Gross: Rs 314.15 crore
Total Worldwide Collection (Domestic + Global): Rs 1230 crore
At the sixth spot is ‘RRR’, SS Rajamouli’s fictionalised retelling of the lives of Indian revolutionaries Alluri Sitarama Raju and Komaram Bheem. The Telugu action epic was produced by D. V. V. Danayya. Released on March 25, 2022, the film starred N. T. Rama Rao Jr. (Jr NTR) and Ram Charan, with Ajay Devgn and Alia Bhatt in key roles. It became one of the most globally recognised Indian films of the decade. The uber-popular film also made Indian cinema proud as it won a Golden Globe and Oscar for Best Original Song (Naatu Naatu). 'RRR’ also got SS Rajamouli Best Director award by the New York Film Critics Circle. It also won the Saturn Award for Best International Film. The National Board of Review had also named ‘RRR’ as one of its 10 best films of 2022. The movie’s music director, MM Keeravani, also bagged the Los Angeles Film Critics Association award for the best music score.
7. KGF: Chapter 2
Domestic Gross: Rs 1000.85 crore
Domestic Net: Rs 859.70 crore
Overseas (Global) Gross: Rs 214.15 crore
Total Worldwide Collection (Domestic + Global): Rs 1215.00 crore
Prashanth Neel’s ‘KGF: Chapter 2’ comes in at number 7. Elevating the Kannada film industry to the global stage, ‘KGF: Chapter 2’ rode a tidal wave of anticipation left behind by the 2018 original. Released on April 14, 2022, the Kannada action blockbuster starred Yash, Sanjay Dutt, Raveena Tandon and Srinidhi Shetty. The film's gritty aesthetic, unmatched mass appeal, and Yash’s portrayal of the brooding anti-hero Rocky Bhai resonated universally. The movie absolutely dominated the Hindi-dubbed market, collecting historic numbers in the Northern belts. It was produced by Vijay Kiragandur under Hombale Films.
8. Jawan
Domestic Gross: Rs 760.00 crore
Domestic Net: Rs 640.25 crore
Overseas (Global) Gross: Rs 400 crore
Total Worldwide Collection (Domestic + Global): Rs 1160.00 crore
Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Jawan’ takes the eighth place. Directed by Atlee and produced by Red Chillies Entertainment, the Hindi action entertainer released on September 7, 2023. It starred Shah Rukh Khan, Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, Sanya Malhotra and Priyamani, with a cameo appearance by Deepika Padukone. ‘Jawan’ was one of the biggest Hindi hits of its time and further cemented SRK’s box office resurgence. Marking SRK’s second blockbuster of 2023, ‘Jawan’ blended the sensibilities of South Indian commercial cinema with Bollywood's star power. The film tackled social issues packaged inside a high-octane vigilante action thriller. It performed exceptionally well internationally, solidifying 2023 as a historic comeback year for its leading star.
9. Pathaan
Domestic Gross: Rs 657.50 crore
Domestic Net: Rs 543.09 crore
Overseas (Global) Gross: Rs 397.50 crore
Total Worldwide Collection (Domestic + Global): Rs 1055.00 crore
Kicking off 2023 with a bang, ‘Pathaan’ ended the Hindi film industry's post-pandemic box office slump. The Siddharth Anand directorial was released on January 25, 2023. As part of the YRF Spy Universe, the film marked Shah Rukh Khan's return to a leading role after a four-year hiatus. Apart from SRK, it also starred Deepika Padukone and John Abraham. Driven by sleek action and a high-profile Salman Khan cameo, the film shattered opening day records to become the first original Hindi film to breach the Rs 1,000 crore barrier worldwide.
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10. Kalki 2898 AD
Domestic Gross: Rs 767.25 crore
Domestic Net: Rs 646.31 crore
Overseas (Global) Gross: Rs 275 crore
Total Worldwide Collection (Domestic + Global): Rs 1042.25 crore
Closing the top 10 is ‘Kalki 2898 AD’, Nag Ashwin’s ambitious Telugu sci-fi epic produced by Vyjayanthi Movies. Released on June 27, 2024, the film starred Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Deepika Padukone and Disha Patani. It was widely seen as one of India’s most ambitious large-scale cinematic spectacles. A visionary leap for Indian science fiction, ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ merged Hindu mythology with a dystopian futuristic setting. The film was celebrated for its grand world-building, impressive visual effects, and solid performances. Despite a massive budget, the film turned a significant profit by performing exceptionally well across both Telugu and Hindi markets.
While these were the top 10 highest-grossing Indian movies worldwide, several other Indian films have performed significantly well following these projects closely. Ranbir Kapoor’s ‘Animal’ (Rs 917.82 crore worldwide), Salman Khan’s ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’ (Rs 921.93 worldwide), Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao’s ‘Stree 2’ (Rs 874.58 crore worldwide), Aamir Khan-backed ‘Secret Superstar’ (Rs 912.75 crore) and Rishab Shetty’s ‘Kantara: Chapter 1’ (Rs 852.36 crore) round off the top 15.
Talking about ‘Dhurandhar 2’, whether it climbs further will depend on how much longer its run sustains. But even at this stage, it has already secured a place among Indian cinema’s all-time biggest box office giants.
What makes this elite list particularly thrilling is the unprecedented speed at which it continues to evolve. Dhurandhar 2’s explosive entry into the top four – hot on the heels of its prequel – shows that audiences are hungrier than ever for larger-than-life cinematic experiences. As filmmakers push the envelope with grander VFX, cross-industry collaborations, and massive international rollouts, the Rs 2,000-crore worldwide ceiling seems to be the next imminent target. The race to the absolute top is only getting fiercer, and for the global audience, the show has truly just begun.
